Queens University Classics Adjunct Post #2, 2022-2023

TEACHING POSITION AVAILABLE  – Adjunct Position #2 for 2022-2023

GREK 112A and GREK 112B – Introductory Greek;

GREK 208A and GREK 208B – Intermediate Greek;

CLST 401 – Research Methods

Department of Classics

Queen’s University, Kingston, ON CAN K7L 3N6

 The Department of Classics at Queen’s University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates interested in teaching courses in the following: Introductory Greek (GREK 112A and GREK 112B), this is an introductory course with an expected enrolment of 25 students with the A section taught in the fall and the B section taught in the winter term; Intermediate Greek (GREK 208A and GREK 208 B), this is an intermediate level course with an expected enrolment of 15 students with the A section taught in the fall and the B section taught in the winter term;  Research Methods (CLST 401), this is an upper year course with an expected enrolment of 25 students taught in the fall term.  Candidates should have a Ph.D, and teaching experience at the university level in Classics.  This is a fall/winter term appointment for the period September 1st, 2022, to April 30th, 2023, with classes in session from September 6th, 2022 to April 7th, 2023.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous/Aboriginal people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during this process, please contact: Judy Vanhooser, Departmental Administrator, jv1@queensu.ca.

The academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by the Collective Agreement between the Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University, which is posted at http://www.queensu.ca/facultyrelations/faculty-librarians-and-archivists/queens-qufa-collective-agreement.

To comply with Federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information about how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada.  Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.

Applications should include a complete and current curriculum vitae, letters of reference from two (2) referees, and letter of intent identifying the position for which you are applying. Other relevant materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration such as a teaching dossier are welcome. Please arrange to have applications and supporting letters sent directly to:

Dr. Daryn Lehoux, Head

Department of Classics

Queen’s University

Email classics@queensu.ca

 Applications will be received until March 31st 2022.  Review of applications will commence shortly thereafter, and the final appointment is subject to budgetary approval.  Additional information about the Department of Classics can be found at https://www.queensu.ca/classics/.

 

Course Description:

GREK 112A and GREK 112B – Introductory Greek total of 6.0 units (fall/winter terms)

Fundamentals of grammar, syntax and etymology, for students with no or little knowledge of Ancient Greek; provides sufficient background to read Plato, Euripides as well as the New Testament.
LEARNING HOURS 276 (72L;24T;180P).

Requirements: Prerequisite None.

Note This course is not normally open to students with 4U Greek.

GREK 208A and GREK 208B – Intermediate Greek total of 6.0 units (fall/winter terms)

Review of grammar, and developing facility in translation, study of literary content and background of authors.
LEARNING HOURS 282 (72L;210P).

Requirements: Prerequisite GREK 112.

Note A student may alternatively use 4U Greek as a prerequisite and should contact the Department of Classics for permission to enrol in this course.

CLST 401 – Research Methods 3.0 units (fall term)

An introduction to the diverse research methods deployed in Classics, Archaeology and Ancient History. Weekly seminars will feature the research interests of members of the Classics Department, cross-appointed faculty, and visiting researchers.
LEARNING HOURS 126 (36L;90P)

Requirements: Prerequisite (Level 4 or above and registration in a CLST, CLAS, GREK or LATN Plan with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.90 or higher) or permission of the Department.

Posted: March 1, 2022

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